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Written question asked by Samantha Niblett (Labour) on Monday, 13 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 20 April 2026 (named day). It was answered by Stephen Timms (Labour) on Monday, 20 April 2026 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.

Motability: Rural Areas

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of mileage restrictions applied to Motability scheme vehicles on disabled people and families living in semi‑rural and rural areas, particularly those reliant on their vehicle to travel longer distances to work, education settings and schools, healthcare appointments and other essential services; and what steps his Department is taking to ensure that such restrictions do not create geographic inequality for disabled people.

Answer

Responsibility for the terms and administration of the Scheme sits with Motability Foundation and its Board of Governors.

The changes to the leasing package were announced on 26 March and include reducing the mileage allowance from 20,000 per year to 10,000 per year. Changes only apply to new leases and there are no changes to the mileage allowance of existing leases. Motability Foundation have advised that approximately 75% of customers on the Scheme already use less miles than the proposed new mileage allowance. They have acknowledged that there will be an impact on some customers and are considering if the impact can be mitigated in some limited circumstances.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
126865
Session
2024-26
Related items
Motability: Rural Areas
Friday, 17 July 2026
Written questions
House of Commons
Subjects
Motability Rural areas
Link
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